Japanning: meaning, definitions and examples

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japanning

 

[ jษ™หˆpรฆnษชล‹ ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

craft technique

Japanning is a term used to describe a method of finishing wood and metal surfaces that originated in the 17th century. It is characterized by its glossy and often ornate appearance, achieved through the use of varnishes that imitate the qualities of Asian lacquerware. This technique involves the application of multiple coats of paint or lacquer, often with decorative designs.

Synonyms

enameling, finishing, lacquering.

Examples of usage

  • The artisan showcased his skill in japanning on the furniture.
  • Japanning revitalized decorative arts in the Victorian era.
  • She learned the art of japanning and created unique pieces.
  • Japanning can add elegance to simple furniture.
  • The museum displayed various examples of japanned objects.

Translations

Translations of the word "japanning" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น japanning

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคœเคพเคชเคพเคจเฅ€ เคšเคฎเค•

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Japanning

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ japanning

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ัะฟะพะฝััŒะบะธะน ะปะฐะบ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ japanning

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใ‚ธใƒฃใƒ‘ใƒณใƒ‹ใƒณใ‚ฐ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท japanning

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ japanning

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท japanning

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์žํŒ๋‹

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุงู„ุชู„ูˆูŠู† ุงู„ูŠุงุจุงู†ูŠ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ japanning

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ japanning

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๆผ†ๅ™จ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ japanning

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ japanning

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะถะฐะฟะฐะฝะธะฝะณ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒŸแƒแƒžแƒแƒœแƒ˜แƒœแƒ’แƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ japanning

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ japanning

Etymology

The word 'Japanning' derives from the term 'Japan,' relating to the European fascination with Asian lacquerware, especially from Japan. This technique became popular in Europe during the late 17th century when traders and explorers began bringing back exotic goods from Asia. The term began to be used as artisans in Europe sought to replicate the glossy finishes of the authentic Japanese lacquer. The process originally involved using multiple layers of varnish or oil-based finishes to create the high sheen characteristic of Japanese lacquerware, often decorated with intricate patterns and designs. Over time, japanning evolved and incorporated various local materials and styles, resulting in a unique European interpretation of the craft. By the 18th century, japanning was widely adopted across Europe, particularly in England, where it influenced furniture design and decorative arts.